#MyBlogLife: We Meet Sinead Cady From The Make-Up Chair

 

Why vlogging?

I started in 2010 to create a portfolio so I could get into college. It slowly became my career and now it’s full time.

Your essential kit?

• A good camera which you can use properly.
• Lighting is also really important, I invested in soft box lighting – buying online’s the cheapest option.
• A USB microphone to make sure the sound is perfect.
• Video editing software to put everything together.

Your following?

I’ve steadily built to 600,000 subscribers. It’s only in the last year I’ve notice larger jumps in subscribers, gaining 20,000 a month.

Most popular social media outlet?

My Facebook has about 50,000 likes which is crazy!

Most successful tutorial?

Beginner Eye Make-up Lessons has three million views, it’s packed with tons of eye make-up tips that everyone can use. I think eye make-up is the hardest for beginners.

Best opportunity?

Writing my book!

Best freebie?

My Blank Canvas Cosmetics brushes. They sent me the first brush set they ever created. Blank Canvas is a huge part of my life, they’re my second family!

What are you most proud of?

Getting this far! I never thought I would amount to much but now I own my own business at just 26 and I’m writing a book.

What started your interest?

I get it from my mom! We still share tips to this day! If I get a tough question from one of my subscribers we talk it out and find the best solution – she’s really talented.

Essential products?

• Britney Spears Fantasy Body Lotion,
• Nip & Fab Cellulite Gel
• QOD BB Hair Cream
• Bourjois 10 Hour Sleep Effect Foundation,
• Whitening Lightning Brow Bar To Go

Can looking nice lift our moods?

I really believe so, I created a video “Makeup For Sad Days” for just this. I received amazing feedback from over 900 people.

Five great budget buys?

1. Catrice Lasting Perfection Concealer, €5.79
2. L’Oreal True Match Foundation only, €14.99
3. Maybelline The Rocket Waterproof, €11.99
4. Blank Canvas Cosmetics Contour Palette, €14.99
5. Maybelline Tattoo Eyeshadow Base, €10.49

Beauty inspiration?

Taylor Swift, J-Lo, the Kardashians and the Pretty Little Liars cast.

Make-up inspiration?

Photos from my subscribers.

Favourite make-up look?

A glowy dewy skin with bronzed tones and golden highlights.

Best skin tip?

SPF; I use it daily.

Does diet play a part?

Yes, I switched to a soy-based diet which really helped. I also cut out caffeine.

Secrets to flawless make up?

1. Create the perfect base; makeup will sit better on clean skin.
2. Clean your brushes! I clean my brushes weekly.
3. Layer your products carefully – Cream on Cream, Powder on powder.
4. Practice. Find a look you like and keep creating it!
5. Refresh it, you don’t have to reapply everything but a touch up helps.

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